All Oricom products are approved for use in Australia and NZ only, and although they will still work in other countries, they may not meet that countries requirement’s for voltage, operating frequencies or power RF levels and if used may interfere with other services which could attract penalties from the local administration authorities.

Many factors affect how far a UHFradio will transmit including power of the radio and the environment in which it’s used (e.g. buildings, mountainous and surrounding vegetation can cause range problems).

There is a list of repeater stations across Australia. This list and the operational status of the repeaters can change so please check with the ACMA for the latest information on repeaters.

A Repeater is a Radio Relay Station. It is used when the radio signal needs to be magnified to get the desired distance coverage. It works by receiving a radio signal from one unit, magnifying it and retransmitting the signal to another radio unit. It would be used in an area where coverage was hindered by terrain, buildings or other environmental conditions.

The type of antenna you use and where it is mounted on your vehicle will affect the range. A low gain antenna will give you less range but wider coverage. A high gain antenna will give you greater range but it produces a narrower field which is more directional. Mounting the antenna low on the vehicle will shield the transmission in the directions close to the vehicle, so ideally the antenna needs to be mounted as high as possible.

Check the power lead (wire harness) and fuse.

If you are using channels 1 to 8 or 41 to 48 you could be transmitting in Duplex mode, turn DPX off or move to another channel.

The black rubber washers are to be placed between the radio and mounting bracket to provide resistance to movement but still allow the position of the radio to be adjusted.

All Oricom products are approved for use in Australia and NZ only, and although they will still work in other countries, they may not meet that countries requirement’s for voltage, operating frequencies or power RF levels and if used may interfere with other services which could attract penalties from the local administration authorities.

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Yes! Oricom UHF CB radios are built to perform in tough conditions, making them ideal for off-roading, camping, and outdoor adventures. With durable construction and excellent range, these radios ensure you stay connected no matter where your journey takes you.

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When selecting an in-vehicle or hand-held unit, buy the best power and quality you can afford, after all this is an essential communication tool. Oricom products offer true quality at realistic prices, every time.

Hand-held units offer a portable UHF CB communication solution as well as being a great addition to your in-vehicle radio communication set-up. They give you flexibility to take it with you once you’ve “made-camp” and allow for better navigator communication when negotiating tricky off-road terrain as well as when parking or backing up in tight spots, especially with a van or trailer attached.

The DTX600 is a powerful 5 watt hand-held UHF CB Radio with features designed to optimise performance under all conditions including switchable RF power and fast charge PODs.

Primarily, you would be looking for an antenna with 3dbi gain through to 6-6.5dBi gain, depending on the environment and intended use. The 3dBi antenna has a wide pattern, ideal for undulating terrain. 6-6.5dBi antennas are popular due to their performance over distance on flatter or slightly uneven terrain. Higher gain, 9dBi antennas have a flatter and longer radiation pattern, more suited to distance on level terrain.

Etiquette when using a UHF CB Radio.

1. Be aware of the Emergency channels (5 and 35) which are strictly to be used for Emergency communications only. Emergency services monitor these channels and respond to requests for help.
2. When communicating on a main channel (i.e. Channel 40 – Highways and trucks), once contact is made on the channel, it is accepted that both ends of the communication shift their discussion over to another channel in order to free the main channel up.
3. Be aware that all correspondence across the UHF CB frequency range is public. Anyone who is within range is free to join in with the conversation.
4. Be aware of all of the channels below, which will help guide your correspondence and how you use the UHF CB frequency for on or offroad communications.